Epilepsy Awareness Training Online Course Description
CPD Approved
When introducing the epilepsy awareness training online course, we must first recognise that there are around 40 different types of seizures. Statistics show that one in five people will have a seizure at some time in their life, although only some of these will be caused by epilepsy.
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects the brain and the nervous system and is covered by the Equality Act 2010. The condition can affect people for only a portion of their lives, or it can be lifelong. Because of the varied nature of the condition, an awareness of epilepsy and the actions you can take if you are present during a seizure is incredibly useful for those who work in health and social care.
What do you learn in epilepsy training?
This epilepsy awareness online course will give you an overview of epilepsy. It lists the methods of diagnosis, what a seizure is, and how the brain can be affected. It will introduce some possible seizure triggers and describe what to do when someone has a seizure. It will also discuss some of the treatments offered to people with epilepsy and provide practical advice on what you can do if you witness someone having a seizure.
Target Audience
This epilepsy awareness online course is aimed primarily at people working in the care sector with children or adults; however, anyone who would like to expand their knowledge or understand what to do if they see someone have a seizure should take this course.
This course is also a great one to do alongside first aid training, as it expands on the information relating to seizures, which is usually taught as part of first aid.
Advantages
Having knowledge of Epilepsy and the different types of seizures and the actions you can take if you are present during a seizure will allow you to take a proactive role in ensuring the person is kept safe and as comfortable as possible.
CPD approval means that this epilepsy awareness online course can be used by those who need to prove they are continually developing themselves.
Online training is flexible, efficient, and cost-effective, meaning the candidate can progress through the modules at their own pace and in their own time, so they can fit in the training and around their work and personal life.
Further Progression
If you would like to further your skills and be prepared for situations that might require a first-line response, then our Emergency First aid in the workplace online refresher (or in-person First Aid Qualifications) or Paediatric First Aid courses are both great next steps from this one.
For people who have already completed First Aid training, another course that can complement their knowledge is Diabetes Awareness.
| Module Name | Pass % Required |
| 1. What is Epilepsy? | 70 |
| 2. Types of Seizures | 70 |
| 3. What to do | 70 |
Recommended System Requirements
Browser: Up-to-date web browser
Video: Up-to-date video drivers
Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
How long is epilepsy training?
The duration of the epilepsy awareness training online course is 30 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).